Comparison

Bill Bear vs Glow Journal

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bill Bear

Effortlessly manage and split expenses with friends and family. This app allows for real-time data syncing, offline functionality, and supports all global currencies. Customize categories and enjoy a great user experience without needing to register or share personal data.

Highlights
  • Group expense sharing
  • Real-time data sync
  • Offline functionality
  • No registration required
  • Customizable categories
  • Supports all global currencies
  • Built-in calculator
Features
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Bill Bear is the best app to help you share expenses with friends. Whether it’s group bills, family households, or a trip with friends, all shared expenses can be split by Bill Bear effortlessly. # Features - Allows multiple users to collaborate in a group. - Syncs data in realtime - Works offline - No registration necessary and no personal data is collected. - Provides auto-complete suggestions based on history. - Customize categories. - Built-in calculator. - Supports all global currencies. - Great user experience. # In App Purchase Bill Bear Pro Version: Pro version is an optional paid subscription. Upgrade to the Pro version to support further development and get the following features: - No Advertisements - Unlimited Groups Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://billbear.app/premium-agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://billbear.app/privacy-policy.html

About

Glow Journal

Features
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Glow Journal là ngôi nhà riêng tư để bạn lưu giữ mọi cảm xúc và kỷ niệm về Idol của mình. Không chỉ là nhật ký, đây là nơi bạn được sống thật với tình yêu Fandom! Tính năng nổi bật: • Nhật Ký Fandom: Ghi lại những khoảnh khắc đáng nhớ, từ ngày đi concert, nhận album đến những lúc "lụy" OTP lúc nửa đêm. • Mood Tracker Độc Quyền: Theo dõi cảm xúc của bạn khi đu Idol. Hôm nay bạn vui, buồn, hay đang "keo lỳ"? • Màn Hình LED: Biến điện thoại thành bảng LED cổ vũ Idol tại concert và sự kiện. Tùy chỉnh text, màu sắc, tốc độ cuộn và hiệu ứng nhấp nháy. Lưu nhiều cài đặt để dùng lại dễ dàng! • Timeline Thông Minh: Xem lại hành trình đu đường theo dòng thời gian trực quan và sinh động. • Gallery Kỷ Niệm: Lưu trữ ảnh card bo góc, receipts, moment đẹp nhất (có cảnh báo hài hước nếu bạn lưu quá nhiều nhé!). • Device Sync: Đồng bộ dữ liệu an toàn giữa các thiết bị. Đổi thiết bị mới cũng không lo mất "kho báu". • Riêng Tư Tuyệt Đối: Dữ liệu của bạn là của bạn. Không ai có thể xem trộm những dòng confession bí mật. Tải Glow Journal ngay hôm nay và viết nên câu chuyện Fandom tuyệt đẹp của riêng bạn!

Screenshots

Bill Bear4 screens
Glow Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Glow Journal at none against Bill Bear's shown. Bill Bear's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bill Bear sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Glow Journal sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bill Bear ships an update every 8 days, Glow Journal every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bill Bear versus Glow Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBill BearGlow Journal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews98.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXING YU SUNguyen Xuan Truong

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Bill Bear

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Plan7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Plan14 Days trial$9.991 Year
9 purchases

Glow Journal

One-time9
  • Sakura Season Theme$0.99
  • Christmas Festival Theme$0.99
  • Midnight Concert Theme$0.99
Show 6 more
  • Vintage Memories Theme$0.99
  • Rainbow Candy Theme$0.99
  • Fresh Ocean Theme$0.99
  • Galaxy Stage Theme$0.99
  • Coffee Date Theme$0.99
  • No-ad package$4.99

Questions

Is Bill Bear free?
Bill Bear is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Glow Journal free?
Glow Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bill Bear or Glow Journal have ads?
Bill Bear shows ads; Glow Journal does not.
Which is updated more often, Bill Bear or Glow Journal?
Bill Bear ships an update every 8 days, and Glow Journal every 4 weeks. Most recently, Bill Bear was updated on November 7, 2026 and Glow Journal on October 31, 2026.

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